US Bridges

KY-32 over Mud Lick Creek

FairPosted for load

Fleming County, Kentucky · 1.6 MI East of JCT Ky 170 · Structure no. 035B00037N

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,769
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-32 over Mud Lick Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-32 over Mud Lick Creek in Fleming County, Kentucky. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 3,769 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,769 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-32
CrossesMud Lick Creek
Location1.6 MI East of JCT Ky 170
RouteState Highway 32
CountyFleming County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.4225, -83.79667
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.4 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,769 (2021)
Projected traffic3,769 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed32.9 mi (53 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-32 over Mud Lick Creek built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-32 over Mud Lick Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does KY-32 over Mud Lick Creek carry?

About 3,769 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is KY-32 over Mud Lick Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns KY-32 over Mud Lick Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.